Madeleine Bruce

Jan 9, 2025 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Kira Wright |Madeleine Bruce |Anna M. Zhou |Sarah E. Maylott

1 Introduction Language emerges early in infancy, is highly modifiable, and is a fundamental skill that sets the stage for various developmental outcomes. For example, language is an essential tool that enables young children to inhibit impulses, regulate strong emotions, and engage in prosocial interactions with peers (Bruce, Ermanni, and Bell 2023; Petersen et al. 2013; Yew and O'Kearney 2013).